Hyundai Sonata SE

20182019 · 2 configurations

Lowest
29
Average
29
Best
29

The Hyundai Sonata SE has been tested by the EPA across 2 different configurations spanning model years 2018 through 2019. Over this period, the Sonata SE has achieved a consistent combined fuel economy rating of 29 MPG. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2019
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,050263529MPG
2018
2.4L 4-cyl Front-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,050253629MPG

Historical Efficiency

2019
29
2018
29

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Sonata SE) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Hyundai Sonata SE. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Hyundai Hyundai Sonata grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
170
Total Deaths
70

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
7.1%
Fire Occurrence
4.7%
Speeding Involved
14.1%
DUI Involved
12.4%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

78%
Front
11%
Side
11%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes45
Fatalities
21
Deaths/Crash
0.47
2022
Fatal Crashes40
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2021
Fatal Crashes29
Fatalities
9
Deaths/Crash
0.31
2020
Fatal Crashes19
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.42
2019
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.32
2018
Fatal Crashes11
Fatalities
7
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2017
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2018
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory